After a long journey on the sea in containers, the vintage car convoy from the land of fog has safely arrived in Vietnam. These cars are from the Global Rally organization based in the UK. They chose Hoi An as the gathering point to begin their journey to Myanmar and back.
The convoy consists of many rare vintage cars from brands such as Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, and Aston Martin, along with two 1995 Toyota Land Cruisers that have been modified to have a snorkel and a Land Rover. All of these cars have UK plates and the Global Rally logo for this year.
The event decal is placed on each car. Photo: Minh Duc.
The convoy is limited to a maximum of 25 cars to ensure easy control and all cars stay in the same hotel. The presence of the Land Cruisers is mandatory as according to the Global Rally Organization (GRO), they need 4×4 cars to support cargo and towing when necessary.
Another strict regulation by GRO is that there will be no driving at night under any circumstances. They will rest from late afternoon.
The members of the convoy include experienced automotive engineer Paul Marsh. Marsh resides in Cape Town (South Africa) but still joins the journey with the UK convoy. Marsh’s most recent “adventure” was the Siberia convoy, where they covered 20,000 km in 2 months.
Here are some more images of the GRO convoy in Hoi An:
The red Austin-Healey 3000 with sporty racing stripes.
The rear of the Austin-Healey with a tilted logo.
The license plate of the Jaguar remains from the UK.
Each car is numbered for convenient convoy management.
The stylish Jaguar XK150 with sports dual exhausts.
The Aston Martin DB6 standing next to the Toyota Land Cruiser.
The classic Aston Martin blending into the crowd of motorcycles in Vietnam.
The 1978 Porsche 911 looks even cooler with its 6 front headlights.
The tails of the cars have the GB letters, meaning Great Britain (including England, Scotland, and Wales).
The Royal Hoi An Hotel is the resting place for the whole convoy.
The Porsche is covered while it is still in the shipping container brought to Vietnam.
The famous Toyota Land Cruiser known for its durability joins as a support vehicle.
In addition, the Land Rover Discovery adds a touch of Britishness to the SUV group.
The convoy at the gathering point before moving to Hoi An.
GRO is a non-profit organization from the UK, founded by members from the Around the World in 80 Days rally group in 2000 and the London-Sydney Friendship Rally in 2005. The members are experienced and passionate about exploration and vintage cars.
Photos: Minh Duc, GRO
Porsche Carrera GT Auctioned for $2 Million: How the Elite Make Fortunes with Supercars
The vintage car market has been thriving over the past 12 months, with a series of records being shattered, from the most successful year to the highest value of cars being sold. Additionally, there has been a surge in the availability of rare vintage car models at competitive prices.
Driver in Bien Hoa rebuilds 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190E: Sacrifices ‘prized possession’ for ‘skeleton’ and transforms it into unique custom build to honor idol
Le Phuc is a passionate car enthusiast from Bien Hoa. He has a special interest in vintage cars, particularly BMW and Mercedes-Benz. With his collection of beautiful cars, he initially didn’t have to invest much time and effort into restoring them. His main tasks involved repainting, refurbishing the interiors, and upgrading the rims.
Billionaire selling 11 Rolls-Royce, Bentley cars, cheapest price starting from $80,000
In conclusion, while SUVs may dominate the luxury car market, limousines remain the epitome of elegance and opulence. With their unmatched comfort, lavish amenities, and prestigious aura, limousines continue to be the vehicle of choice for those who seek the ultimate luxury experience.
Top 10 most expensive cars ever sold – The priciest one costs billions of dong!
The automotive world has seen many high-priced and sought-after cars in the past decade, but one model that has not lost its heat is the 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO. This iconic piece of automotive history remains the most expensive car ever sold by auction house RM Sotheby’s.
Owner neglects 5 damaged cars: Mice build nest inside, expert appraises at $4 million
Tom Cotter’s first impression was somewhat indifferent: an overgrown entrance, a dilapidated garage. Welcoming Tom Cotter was actually a friend of the owner. As soon as the garage door was opened, Tom Cotter was slightly surprised by the clutter and filth inside. According to the owner’s friend, this garage could collapse at any moment and these cars needed to be taken away.
